JOHANN KUHNAU (1660-1722): Complete Sacred Works, Vol. 6 - Ihr Himmel, jubiliert von oben, Bone Jesu, care Jesu, Ich freue mich im Herrn, Laudate pueri Dominum, Lobet, Ihr Himmel, den Herrn.

Description: Opposite ends of the broad spectrum covered by Kuhnau’s music: On the one hand, in “Ihr Himmel jubiliert von oben” and “Lobet, ihr Himmel, den Herrn” we have two magnificent Ascension cantatas for large ensembles from Kuhnau’s late period as St. Thomas music director. On the other hand, “Bone Jesu, care Jesu” and “Laudate pueri Dominum,” works of Italian stamp scored for chamber ensemble. German, Latin-English texts. Opera Musica, camerata lipsiensis; Gregor Meyer.